The Cracking of Glen Canyon Damn

About This Movie

The Cracking of Glen Canyon Dam is a fascinating dive into the radical environmental movement of the early '80s. The film’s tone is poetic yet urgent, embodying the spirit of a time when activism was raw and visceral. It captures the tense atmosphere surrounding Glen Canyon Dam during the direct action in March 1981. One of its standout features is Edward Abbey's interview, providing insights from the late author’s passionate perspective on nature and conservation. The pacing is reflective, giving you moments to absorb the weight of the themes—greed, destruction, and the fight to protect wilderness. The practical effects are minimal but serve the narrative well. It’s a unique artifact of a pivotal moment in environmental history.

Rare interview with Edward AbbeyPoetic and reflective storytellingCaptures pivotal moment in environmental activism